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Articles tagged “cruising”

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Celebrity Cruises Is Building a Lux New Ship to Sail the Galapagos

People already pay a pretty penny to sail the Galapagos Islands. Will they spend more to do it on a new, high-end ship? Celebrity Cruises is banking on it.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Celebrity Cruises Is Building a Lux New Ship to Sail the Galapagos

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Royal Caribbean Is Rolling Out New Tech to Make Cruising Easier

The cruise line tech race is heating up, and that means travelers should prepare for some changes. While ideas such as virtual reality dining are fun, more fundamental innovations including facial recognition, easier activity reservations, and drink delivery should have a greater impact on the cruise experience.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Royal Caribbean Is Rolling Out New Tech to Make Cruising Easier

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Royal Caribbean Bookings Bounced Back After Costliest Hurricane Season

After the costliest hurricane season in its history, Royal Caribbean Cruises still saw profits increase and exceeded its own expectations for the quarter. The business appeared to recover quickly, but we are curious to find out if travelers will be willing to book Caribbean cruises during the peak time for storms next year.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Royal Caribbean Bookings Bounced Back After Costliest Hurricane Season

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Virgin Voyages Sharpens Its Focus With Adult-Only Cruise Plan

One of the buzz phrases in the cruise industry for the past couple of years has been "multigenerational cruising." Virgin Voyages sees an opportunity in keeping one generation off its inaugural ship.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Virgin Voyages Sharpens Its Focus With Adult-Only Cruise Plan

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Carnival Corp. Is Delaying the Full Launch of Its New Wearable Tech

The last thing Carnival Corp. wants is for its much-hyped new technology to be a flop with guests. So a phased rollout it is — though we wonder why that wasn't the plan from the beginning.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Carnival Corp. Is Delaying the Full Launch of Its New Wearable Tech

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Cruise Execs Are Talking Up the Caribbean as Key Ports Recover

Cruise passengers are still taking the trips they had planned for this time of year in the Caribbean, despite recent storms. As operators seek to reassure travelers that the region is open for business, it's still unclear how demand for cruises next hurricane season will hold up.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Cruise Execs Are Talking Up the Caribbean as Key Ports Recover

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Tiny Cruise Lines Azamara and Cunard Are Finally Growing

One new ship for most cruise lines wouldn't make a world of difference, but for these niche brands, the expansion will be significant.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Tiny Cruise Lines Azamara and Cunard Are Finally Growing

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Carnival Is Creating New Ways to Get People to Consider Taking a Cruise

Carnival Corp. is eager to communicate directly with consumers, and continues to invest in new ways to do so. It will be interesting to see if potential cruise passengers respond to these new methods of engagement.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Carnival Is Creating New Ways to Get People to Consider Taking a Cruise

Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line Is Sending a Second Ship to Cuba as Demand Stays Strong

Flights to Cuba are expected to be less in demand once the Trump administration's travel restrictions are enforced, but could that lead to more interest in cruises? Norwegian Cruise Line's announcement indicates the cruise operator is expecting a bump in business.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Norwegian Cruise Line Is Sending a Second Ship to Cuba as Demand Stays Strong

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Carnival Is Upping Its Ad Spending to Drive More Cruise Bookings

Carnival Corp. said its cruise lines have made a case for additional advertising and marketing dollars to generate more bookings — and the parent company is listening. Now we wait to find out how that money gets spent and what kind of results they will see.

Hannah Sampson, Skift | 7 years ago

Carnival Is Upping Its Ad Spending to Drive More Cruise Bookings